Serena O’Sullivan is a Phoenix-based news reporter and content editor at KTAR News since 2023. Serena’s career includes roles as a reporter for Arizona Republic, Phoenix New Times and the Phoenix Business Journal. A Cronkite School graduate and SPJ award finalist, she also worked as a digital content coordinator, social media manager and freelance feature writer. Serena covers stories on politics, crime, policing, technology, education and more.
Expertise
- News writing
- Copy editing
- Radio reporting
- Project management
- Content strategy
Education
Arizona State University – Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communications, with a minor in communications
Achievement & Awards
- First-generation college graduate
- Wrote cover story for Phoenix New Times in 2023
- Wrote cover story for Phoenix Business Journal in 2019
- Contributed to KTAR News’ regional Edward R. Murrow Award-winning newscast in 2024
Social media profiles
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ARIZONA WEATHER NEWS | 9 hours agoRain chances return to Phoenix, with a better shot early next week
The first system is set to arrive Friday afternoon into the early evening. Most of the showers are expected to stay in southeastern Arizona, but some could reach the Valley.
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ARIZONA NEWS | 12 hours agoYour next blind date could end in a proposal: ‘Love Is Blind’ is casting in Phoenix
The hit Netflix dating show is coming to the Valley of the Sun to help singles find love, sight unseen.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 11, 2026Investigation underway after man electrocuted while on Phoenix rooftop
Officers responded to a report of an injured person in the area of Central Avenue and Thomas Road around 11 a.m.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 11, 2026After 2 children with disabilities go missing, drone helps rescuers find them north of Phoenix
One of the missing children was found waist-deep in water, according to the Prescott Valley Police Department.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 11, 2026Brahm Resnik retiring from 12News after four decades in journalism
From social media to his broadcasts, Resnik made consequential political developments easier to understand while pressing leaders to explain themselves.
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ARIZONA RESTAURANT NEWS | Nov 10, 2026Equipment from 33 shuttered Salad and Go locations in Arizona up for auction
Furniture, fixtures and commercial kitchen equipment, including refrigeration units and prep tables, are available to bidders.
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ARIZONA EDUCATION NEWS | Nov 10, 2026With Democrats in control, Teresa Leyba Ruiz sees an opening to put public schools first
"This is really a great time for Arizona because public education must be prioritized, and we have the leaders in place to ensure that this happens," Ruiz said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 9, 2026An ‘Irresistible’ night: Fall Out Boy is coming to Chase Field, so mark your calendars!
Fall Out Boy is bringing its "Twilight of the Punks" tour to Phoenix on Aug. 19, giving Arizona fans a chance to belt out classics like "Centuries" and "Dance, Dance" to the music.
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ARIZONA RESTAURANT NEWS | Nov 9, 2026Hana Japanese Eatery closing after nearly 20 years in central Phoenix
Hana Japanese Eatery, which serves sushi and other staples of the cuisine near Seventh and Missouri avenues, will soon go out of business.
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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT | Nov 9, 2026Trajan Wealth helps families fleeing domestic violence at Sojourner Center with annual drive
Many families who receive services at the nonprofit need all the help they can get. Through its annual drive benefitting the center, Trajan Wealth helps provide essential resources and support for them.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 9, 2026SAFE Alert for missing 68-year-old man last seen in Phoenix canceled
The Phoenix Police Department said Carl Wayne Grusendorf has been found safe by his family.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Nov 6, 2026U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego sees opening for deals with Trump on immigration, Social Security
Even though he predicted the blue wave, U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego isn't gloating. He's thinking about how to move forward with bipartisan solutions, especially when it comes to immigration.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Nov 6, 2026‘Trumpism is done’: Rep. Greg Stanton says Arizona voters demanded a check on president
"We still need to earn the trust of the American people," the Democrat who won reelection in Arizona's 4th Congressional District said. "We need to govern very responsibly."
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Nov 5, 2026Democrat Teresa Leyba Ruiz defeats Republican Kimberly Yee in Arizona superintendent of public instruction race
Ruiz is the first Latina elected to the role of the state's top educated official.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Nov 5, 2026Democrat Nick Mansour wins Arizona treasurer race over Republican Elijah Norton
Mansour’s lead narrowed after Election Day, but it held up enough for The Associated Press to call the race Thursday.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Nov 5, 2026Karrin Taylor Robson says Arizona Republicans paid the price for overlooking moderate voters
"I think the American people just feel abandoned," the former Republican gubernatorial candidate said. "They said enough is enough of what we've seen in the last two years."
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Nov 5, 2026Amish Shah vows to ‘fight like hell’ for Arizona water, seeks end to ‘political toxicity’ after flipping CD1
"Let's get to work in Congress and make the people feel like their system of government is working for them," said Shah, who flipped a longtime Republican seat blue on Election Day.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Nov 4, 2026Katie Hobbs defeats Andy Biggs, wins second term as Arizona governor
Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs won reelection by double digits, becoming Arizona’s first Democrat to win a second term since 2006.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Nov 4, 2026Maricopa County turns to ballot count after ‘flawless’ Election Day, supervisor says
Kate Brophy McGee said the recorder's office is focused on verifying signatures on early ballots that voters dropped off, while the Board of Supervisors’ elections staff is responsible for counting votes and compiling results.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 4, 2026Social media trend linked to $283K burglary spree at former Valley school, teen suspects arrested
Police identified only one of the four suspects: 18-year-old Blake Eldredge. Two of the other suspects are 16, while police said the fourth suspect’s age is unknown.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Nov 4, 2026After winning reelection, Adrian Fontes says Arizona voters rewarded leadership focused on ‘getting the job done’
The Democratic secretary of state attributed the blue wave to voters prioritizing practicality over partisan loyalty.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Nov 4, 2026Democrat Adrian Fontes wins reelection as Arizona secretary of state
The incumbent defeated Republican lawmaker Alexander Kolodin to win four more years as the state's top elections official.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 3, 2026Phoenix police officer shoots 69-year-old accused of pointing gun at helicopter
Before his confrontation with the police, the suspect allegedly pointed a gun at a victim at a QuikTrip.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 2, 2026Two 18-year-olds killed in rainy Mesa crash, police seek dark sedan
The women were crossing Center Street around 1 a.m. on Sunday when they were struck by a vehicle, police said.